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Why I chose it

This cleanser does one straightforward job very well. It gives you a thorough foaming cleanse without leaving the skin feeling as tight as many stronger facial washes.

This product is a little more expensive than some of the other cleansers here. The extra cost is most likely to be worthwhile if you particularly value the ready-foamed texture and enjoy using it enough to cleanse consistently.

A less expensive gentle cleanser may be the better choice if you would rather put more of your budget towards sunscreen or a targeted leave-on treatment.

Dr Max GreenfieldMBBS, BSc, MRCS(Eng)

Where this fits

A broad guide to where this sits, without assuming how many steps your routine has.

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This product Revision Gentle Foaming Cleanser
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Comes afterRemoving make-up or SPF, if worn
This product Revision Gentle Foaming Cleanser
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How to introduce it

Use once or twice daily as needed. Massage half to one pump over damp skin, then rinse well with lukewarm water.

For heavier make-up or water-resistant sunscreen, use a suitable first cleansing step beforehand.

Guidance continues after purchase. We can help you introduce, simplify or adjust this product.

The ingredients that make this special

A closer look at the ingredients doing the most meaningful work in this formula—and what the evidence can reasonably tell us.

Allantoin

A soothing ingredient that helps soften dry or easily irritated skin.

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Allantoin is a soothing, skin-conditioning ingredient that can help the skin feel softer and less irritated. It can be a useful addition to moisturisers and other products made for dry or easily irritated skin.

Panthenol

A well-studied humectant that supports hydration and the skin barrier.

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Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) has good evidence supporting its ability to improve skin hydration and barrier function by attracting and retaining moisture in the upper layers of the skin. Its soothing effects and ability to reduce irritation are supported by clinical data, making it a reliable ingredient for those with dry and sensitive skin.

Matricaria Flower Extract

A botanical extract traditionally used to help calm redness and sensitivity.

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Matricaria Flower Extract (chamomile) contains compounds such as bisabolol and flavonoids that are associated with soothing and anti-inflammatory effects. While there are some small studies that suggest benefits for calming redness and irritation, bigger studies are needed for this to be used as a single ingredient in skincare.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

A hydrating and soothing ingredient traditionally used to calm irritated skin.

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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice contains polysaccharides and antioxidant compounds that help hydrate the skin and support sensitive skin. While its soothing and hydrating properties are well recognised, evidence for anti-inflammatory and healing effects is mixed, with results varying between studies. It is commonly used to help calm redness and irritation, particularly in sensitive or dehydrated skin.

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Water (Aqua), Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Glycerin, Sorbitol, PEG-8, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycereth-26, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.

More about Revision Skincare

Revision Skincare develops and manufactures its formulas in the United States, with an in-house research and development facility in Dallas. The brand places particular emphasis on formulation stability, ingredient selection and supporting long-term skin comfort.

Gentle Foaming Cleanser is a good example of a focused product: an amino-acid surfactant creates a soft foam, while humectant and soothing ingredients help offset the tight feeling that can follow stronger cleansers.